Domestic Violence

Just seen a AWFUL photo of a woman stabbed in Turkey (photo still shows the knife in her back). It brought back some memories and just wondered if any of you witnessed domestic violence in childhood and how it affected you in later life?

Personally I witnessed quite a lot from as early as I can remember up until 24 (almost 10 years ago). But I don't think it's really affected me as I seem quite normal? The only thing is I hide my emotions at work and don't like to cry in public (which is also quite normal?).

There is no one-size-fits-all experience for children who witnessed domestic violence, but I would strongly suspect that you are probably more affected than even you realise, if a picture of a stabbing brought to mind your home life.

Hi Angel, I witnessed dv as a child and ended up in bad relationships with abusive men, low self esteem and depression. It's possible that you're not affected (and fab if you're not) but, as Pumpkin said, it might be worth thinking about counselling?